Better than Daycare! Kids Yogaplay class is an active class for your child(s) while you take a class of your own! Check out class times on the schedule!
*We will add more Kids Yogaplay classes as demand. Age 8 months-12years old.
Benefits of Yoga for Kids
Yoga is for everyone. It meets each student right where he or she is regardless of age, ability or level of health. Children love yoga. They love the movement and creative expression associated with the poses (called yoga asanas). They appreciate the benefits and they cherish the opportunity to "rest" at the end of each class. The asanas are modeled after appealing animals and elements - lions, snakes, rivers and trees. This naturally makes the practice engaging for children when presented in a dynamic way. A children’s yoga class typically features stories, games, animal sounds and laughter. This all adds up to the most important element - fun! Their enjoyment of the classes would be reason enough to teach yoga to children - but the benefits go far beyond. Yoga can give children the ability to:
• Develop strength, flexibility and coordination - of both body and mind
• Improve focus
• Raise self-awareness
• Build self-esteem
• Release stress
• Relax completely
• Breathe well
• Cultivate healthy habits
• Generate a sense of inner peace and contentment they can share with the world
• Great success for children with attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), hyperactivity, autism, and Down's syndrome
These benefits are available to all who engage in the practice of yoga. Older youth and teen’s right up through adults appreciate the chance to know themselves better on all levels and to cultivate a sense of mastery within.
Prenatal Yoga – Linking yoga postures with the breath, bringing awareness to the mind, body and spirit, and also the spirit of your baby. Prenatal Yoga is conducted in a calm, peaceful environment that will help strengthen the uterus and pelvic muscles, improve circulation, aid in digestion, exercise the spine and increase overall comfort. Yoga can also alleviate many of the discomforts of pregnancy such as nausea, constipation, varicose veins, swelling, back pain and sciatica. A safe, open community allows you to freely discuss any issues, from discomforts and concerns, to the wonderful new changes your body and baby are experiencing with other pregnant women.
Postnatal Yogalates – This Yoga/pilates class offers a chance for moms to connect with other new moms and dads, and to be a part of a warm, supportive community while helping you regain abdominal strength and full body strength. We will address common postpartum concerns such as neck, shoulder, and pelvic strengthening and provides an effective avenue to help you towards your pre-pregnancy body. Attention will also be spent improving common postural imbalances that occur during life with baby – to decrease pain and increase your ease of movement Moms are welcome to feed baby (by breast or bottle) any time during class in the studio, and to change baby's diaper at any time.
For moms who are feeling fine at 4-6 weeks postpartum. Moms who had a Cesarean-section should consult with their doctor or midwife. Babies can begin Yoga Bonding at any time, and tend to enjoy the class until they start crawling.
Family Yoga
With wide age ranges and levels of ability, this class is fun and especially rewarding. Health begins at home. Family Yoga teaches simple routines, games and partner poses the whole family will love. Ages 5 and up. This class is taught in a 5 week series. Please call to put your name on the list for our next series coming up.
What do Experts Say about Kids Yoga?
The health-giving qualities of yoga have been pronounced by the ancients for thousands of years. However, our Western society likes proof and, now more than ever, science and medicine are providing empirical data confirming what Eastern cultures have intuitively known for ages.
Many people from various professions are working to quantify just what the practice of yoga can do for people - children and adults. The first Symposium on Yoga Therapy and Research (SYTAR) was held in January 2007 to begin to accumulate and disseminate some of these research findings. Indications are that children who practice yoga may not only be better able to regulate their emotions, manage stress and calm themselves; they may also choose better foods to eat and get more physical activity than children who do not.
Body image issues resulting in conditions from anorexia to obesity plague our children today. Studies shared at SYTAR suggest yoga may help. The movement, focus on breath awareness and relaxation inherent in a yoga practice can help children develop better body awareness and improved self-esteem - both powerful components of a healthy body image.
Have a Kids Yoga Party for a truly unique and fun way to celebrate your child's next birthday! Or...have an anytime yoga party just for fun! See party package descriptions below.
Party Packages:
Party Package A:
1.5 hrs at our studio. Approx. 45 min. special party class, followed by an additional 45 minutes for cake and gifts and/or an add-on craft. We will set up, run the party and clean up so that you can enjoy yourself! Includes exclusive use of the studio for the duration of the party, and the use of all mats, props and music. Parents supply food/cake, drinks and paper goods.
$115 for 10 children, $9 each addtional child (up to 18).
Party Package B:
Approx. 1 Hour. A special party class with plenty of music, props and fun. Includes exclusive use of the studio for the duration of the class, and the use of all mats, props and music. Continue your celebration at home or at a local restaurant - we have many suggestions...just ask!
$85 for up to 10 children, $7 each addtional child (up to 18).
Party Package C:
45 min. Child Light Yoga will come to your home/yard or other party location to create a unique celebration for your child. We bring mats, props and music to you. After our special yoga class, continue your celebration at your chosen location. Parents supply paper products, cake, drinks, etc.
$75 up to 8 children, $7 each addtional child.
Pajama Yoga Party:
Perfect for sleepovers of any age! This 1 hour event can be hosted at our studio or in your own home or other chosen location. Dressed in their pajamas, children will enjoy yoga poses, partner work, games and stories, followed by a relaxing visualization to wind down the evening. Can also be the theme for Party Package A - see details and pricing above.
In-Studio: $85 for up to 10 children, $7 each addt'l child (up to 18).
At Your Home/Other Location: $75 for 8 children, $7 each addtional child
(Please note: For safety, chosen space must be approved by ChildLight Yoga in advance. As well, a travel charge of .40 per mi. will apply for locations more than 5 mi. from local studio.)
Extra Studio Time:
Extend your child's party an additional ½ hour. Please book extra time upon reservation of the party so that we can ensure the studio will be available. $25
IMPORTANT NOTES: The exact number of children attending the party must be called in at least 5 days in advance (10 days if special add-ons are ordered). In the event that some of the children do not show up, you will be responsible for the number reserved. You may arrive at the studio 15 minutes prior to the scheduled party time (if in-studio). You agree to pay a 50% non-refundable deposit to reserve the party date/time. For more information on our Birthday Parties please us at info@poisestudio.com
